PLC Programmer

TAE Power Solutions • Irvine, CA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

TAE Power Solutions (TPS), the electrification spin-off from TAE Technologies, applies power-management technology developed for nuclear fusion to adjacent industries, including Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) and DC fast charging for electric vehicles.

The PLC Programmer designs, develops, and commissions control systems for high-voltage BESS and industrial applications. The role owns control architecture from initial design through site startup and focuses on building scalable, modular software platforms. It is a full-time contract position based onsite in Irvine, California.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• At least 7 years of hands-on experience in industrial automation and PLC programming, including SCADA and HMI development.
• Strong PLC programming experience on major platforms such as Siemens, Rockwell, or Phoenix Contact.
• Proven experience designing modular, state-machine-based applications.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting electrical schematics, ladder logic, and function block programs.
• Programming experience in Python, Rust, or C++.
• Working knowledge of industrial communication protocols, including OPC UA, PROFINET, Modbus, and EtherNet/IP.
• Experience with high-voltage electrical systems.
• Experience with power electronics equipment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Phoenix Contact PLC platforms, including PLCnext Engineer.
• Prior experience with high-voltage BESS applications.
• Prior experience with electrical engineering and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Design SCADA, PLC, and HMI architectures for BESS and industrial applications, enabling scalable system communication as projects grow in size and complexity.
• Develop modular, reusable PLC applications based on state-machine logic using IEC 61131-3 languages: Ladder Diagram, Function Block Diagram, and Structured Text.
• Integrate controllers with HMIs, SCADA systems, safety controllers, industrial networks, field devices, and sensors.
• Diagnose and resolve electrical, controls, and software issues during factory acceptance testing, site startup, and commissioning.
• Interpret and maintain electrical schematics, functional descriptions, and technical specifications.
• Collaborate with electrical, mechanical, and project engineering teams throughout the project lifecycle.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior